Local 991

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University of Pennsylvania libraries staff win union election, extending wave of unionization

Philadelphia – Penn Libraries staff, unionizing as AFSCME DC 47 Local 590 Penn Libraries United, announced this

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Get back in action with Council 4 Fall Trainings

Council 4's Fall 2024 training schedule has arrived!

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Federal funding to help vulnerable Americans in danger of getting cut

Federal money for programs and services that help millions of vulnerable Americans and employ many AFSCME members could be in jeopardy next year.

Support Pandemic Hazard Pay for Essential Workers

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, essential workers put their health and well-being on the line. Contact your legislators and Gov. Lamont and urge them to support pandemic hazard pay in the upcoming special session.

National AFSCME News

Fighting Florida’s union-busting law, one strong contract at a time
A new contract strengthens one local in its fight against Florida’s union-busting law. — Jun 30
With a stronger voice, staff to push harder for changes at USA’s largest maximum-security prison
With a stronger voice, staff at USA’s largest maximum-security prison are working to resolve longtime workplace issues. — Jun 27
Retiree says budget bill plays with people’s lives by gutting lifesaving programs
The cruel budget bill shouldn’t become law, AFSCME retiree tells Congress. — Jun 26
Judge blocks administration’s efforts to bust federal employee unions
A federal judge says no to the administration’s attempt to bust federal unions. — Jun 25
A new law enforcement union rises in the Land of Enchantment
Taos, New Mexico, police formed a union to get paid what they are worth. — Jun 25

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